After a while you learn the difference,the subtle difference
between holding a hand and chaining a soul.
And you learn that love doesnt mean leaning,
and that company doesnt always mean security.
And you begin to learn that kisses are not contracts,
and presents arent promises.
And you begin to accept your defeats,
with your head up and your eyes ahead,
with the grace of an adult, not the grief of a child.
And you learn to build all your roads on today,
Because tomorrows ground is to uncertain for plans,
and futures have a way of falling down in midflight.
After a while you learn that even sunshine burns if you get too much.
So plant your own garden and decorate your own soul, instead of waiting for someone to bring you flowers.
And you learn that you really can endure,
that you really are strong
And that you really do have worth.
VERONICAA SHOFFSTALL
WORDS TO LIVE BY …ENJOY LOVE ELLE XXX
